Portsmouth v Derby: mid-table push meets early-season reset | OneFootball

Portsmouth host Derby County in the Championship at Fratton Park on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, with the hosts looking to steady a mixed start and the visitors chasing a first league win.

These sides have shared the points often, drawing six of the last eight meetings. The most recent clash at Fratton Park ended in a narrow away win for Derby County, so history points to a tight contest.

Portsmouth opened with one win and two defeats, while Derby have one point from three games after a draw sandwiched by losses. The visitors' last outing was a heavy home defeat, underlining a need for a response on the road.

Injuries shape both camps. Portsmouth list Joshua Murphy, Connor Ogilvie and Keshi Anderson among those sidelined, with goalkeeper Josef Bursik also out. Derby are without Matthew Clarke, Carlton Morris, Lewis Travis, Derry Murkin and Patrick Agyemang.

On the pitch, Portsmouth have seen more of the ball so far with 56% possession and five goals, three from outside the box. Ebou Adams has contributed a goal and an assist. Derby cross frequently with 55 open play deliveries at 20.00% accuracy and could lean on wide service. Bobby Clark has a goal and an assist. Both sides are yet to keep a clean sheet.

Portsmouth sit 15th on three points and a win could lift them towards the top half. Derby are 21st with one point. Victory for the Rams would move them up the table and further from the early relegation picture.